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How can I get the cheapest train ticket from Los Angeles to San Diego?

The best way to get the cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to San Diego is by booking earlier. Based on the last 30 days, the cheapest average train fares from Los Angeles to San Diego were $36.35. By booking 0 days out, tickets are on average $0.00 cheaper than those that are booked last minute.

Cheapest average price$36.35

What is the busiest time to travel from Los Angeles to San Diego?

The busiest time of the week for travel from Los Angeles to San Diego by train is at 2 PM on Saturday. When planning to travel around this time, tickets should be booked well in advance as they may sell out. Around 6 PM on Thursday is when the fewest number of train tickets are sold. If you’re looking for a little extra space, the train departing at this time is the least likely to be crowded.

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How many daily train trips are there from Los Angeles to San Diego?

On average there are 51 train trips per day. Amtrak Pacific Surfliner has the most options for departures from Los Angeles to San Diego, with an average of 40 trips per day and 814 monthly trips. 2 train carriers currently travel from Los Angeles to San Diego. Of the 51 trips there are 37 trips that are direct routes with no transfers.

What are the popular train stations in Los Angeles?

Depending on the train line you travel with, your options include 4 stations that have train departures from Los Angeles. Most train trips to San Diego will depart from Union Station, Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd, Catalina Express Terminal, 592 Gayley Ave.

Union Station

Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd

Catalina Express Terminal

592 Gayley Ave

What are the popular train stations in San Diego?

Train trips arrive in San Diego at 3 stations, depending on which train line you are traveling with. 1050 Kettner Blvd, 4005 Taylor St, 11170 Sorrento Valley Rd are the main train stations in San Diego for trips arriving from Los Angeles.